Tributes paid after Irish rally driver Craig Breen, 33, dies in crash during test event in Croatia
Hyundai Motorsport confirmed that the 33-year-old driver had been killed at the pre-test event ahead of this weekend’s Croatia rally."Hyundai Motorsport sends its sincerest condolences to Craig's family, friends and his many fans," the team said.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said: “On behalf of the FIA, I extend sincere condolences to the family & friends of Craig Breen following his passing during a private testing accident. Our thoughts & prayers are with his loved ones & the Rally community at this difficult time.
The head of Toyota’s rally racing team Jari-Matti Latvala posted online: “We are shocked and saddened by the loss of Craig Breen. We would like to offer our deepest condolences to his family and to all at Hyundai Motorsport, on behalf of everybody at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team.”The WRC said on Twitter: "The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen's passing. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time.
Current WRC champion Kalle Rovanpera paid tribute writing: "Rest in peace Craig. My thoughts are tonight with your family and friends."
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